Levotop Pf Eye Drop

Levotop Pf Eye Drop is a medicine that is a member of the fluoroquinolone antibiotic family. It fights against bacterial infections like tuberculosis, pneumonia, laryngitis, cellulitis, gastroenteritis, acute or chronic bronchitis, urinary tract infections, tonsillitis, anthrax and plague. This antibiotic also treats infections of the pelvis, kidney, prostate and skin.

Levotop Pf Eye Drop works by killing the bacteria that are causing an infection. It hinders the process of cell replication and cell division, within the cell of the bacteria, by inhibiting the synthesis of the DNA gyrase enzyme. Without this enzyme, the cell of the bacteria cannot survive or grow. Hence, Levotop Pf Eye Drop behave as bactericide.

Levotop Pf Eye Drop is an antibiotic drug that is used to treat infections, caused by bacteria. It is effective in treating infections like pneumonia, sinusitis, anthrax, plague, gastroenteritis and chronic bronchitis. Levotop Pf Eye Drop is also prescribed to patients suffering from bacterial infections of the prostate, urinary tract, skin, pelvis and kidney.

Levotop Pf Eye Drop fights against bacteria that are Gram-positive as well Gram-negative. This broad spectrum anti-biotic is effective in inhibiting the synthesis of enzymes called DNA gyrase, which are essential to the process of replication and division of bacterial cells. Thus, Levotop Pf Eye Drop inhibits the cell division of the bacteria, making it impossible for them to survive. This makes it effective in treating bacterial infections.

Levotop Pf Eye Drop is available in the form of tablets, eye drops or oral solutions. It can also be administered intravenously. The doctor will prescribe instructions for taking Levotop Pf Eye Drop according to your condition, the severity of that condition and the other medications you are taking. It is important to complete the course that the doctor prescribes, even if the symptoms disappear, or else the infection might recur. Do not double up the dosage to make up for a forgotten one, as an excess of this medicine can lead to overdosing.

Taking Levotop Pf Eye Drop can cause minor side effects such as nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, headaches, rashes, drowsiness and trouble sleeping. You should consult a doctor if these side effects persist for more than a few days. A few people experience severe side effects such as seizures, tremors, insomnia, anxiety, depression, suicidal thoughts, tendonitis, severe headaches, anaphylaxis, neurological problems, liver damage, heart disorders and gastrointestinal disorders. You should seek emergency medical expertise as soon as possible, if you detect any of the side effects mentioned above.

Although this rarely occurs, it is possible, for you to have an allergy to Levotop Pf Eye Drop. An allergic reaction would cause symptoms such as hives, swollen lips, face or tongue, severe skin rashes, sore throat, rapid heart rate and difficulty breathing. It is advisable to stop taking this medicine immediately, if you experience the symptoms of an allergic reaction and consult with your doctor.

In some cases, for patients suffering from certain other conditions, it is advisable not to take Levotop Pf Eye Drop. If you also suffer from conditions like myasthenia gravis, heart disease, liver damage, tendonitis, kidney failure and diabetes, you should inform your doctor before beginning a prescription of Levotop Pf Eye Drop. This antibiotic can be harmful for children, breast-feeding mothers and pregnant women. Therefore, it is advisable for them not to take Levotop Pf Eye Drop.

• Cystitis

  Levotop Pf Eye Drop is used to treat cystitis, a bladder infection caused by E.coli, Pseudomonas aeruginosa, Enterococci and Klebsiella pneumoniae.

• Pyelonephritis

  Levotop Pf Eye Drop is used to treat Pyelonephritis , a type of kidney infection caused by E.coli, Pseudomonas aeruginosa, Enterococci and Klebsiella pneumoniae.

• Urethritis

  Levotop Pf Eye Drop is used to treat Nongonococcal urethritis , an inflammation of urethra caused by E.coli, Pseudomonas aeruginosa, and Klebsiella.

• Skin And Structure Infection

  Levotop Pf Eye Drop is used to treat Skin and Structure infection like cellulitis, wound infection and cutaneous abscess caused by Streptococcus pyogenes and Staphylococcus aureus.

• Pneumonia

  Levotop Pf Eye Drop is used to treat community acquired pneumonia, a most common type of lung infection caused by Streptococcus pneumoniae and Haemophilus influenzae.

• Bronchitis

  Levotop Pf Eye Drop is used to treat bronchitis, an inflammation in lungs caused by Streptococcus pneumoniae, Haemophilus influenzae, and some Mycoplasma pneumoniae.

• Allergy

  Avoid if you have a known allergy to Levotop Pf Eye Drop or any other fluoroquinolones.

• Tendinitis Or Tendon Rupture

  Avoid using Levotop Pf Eye Drop if you have a past history of tendon rupture or tendinitis (a condition in which the tissue connecting muscle to bone becomes inflamed).

• Myasthenia Gravis

  Avoid if you have a past history of suffering from weakness and rapid fatigue of muscles which are under voluntary control.

• Abdominal Pain

• Anxiety

• Black Or Tarry Stools

• Confusion

• Diarrhoea

• Fever

• Painful Urination

• Decreased Appetite

• Joint Pain

• Change In Taste

• Excessive Air Or Gas In Stomach

• Running Nose

• How long is the duration of effect?

  This medicine is excreted largely in urine and the effect lasts for a duration of 16 to 20 hours.

• What is the onset of action?

  The effect can be observed within 1 to 3 hours of administration of the dose.

• Are there any pregnancy warnings?

  This medicine is generally not recommended for pregnant women and should only be used if clearly needed under the supervision of a doctor.

• Is it habit forming?

  No habit forming tendency has been reported.

• Are there any breast-feeding warnings?

  This medication is not recommended in women who breastfeed as it causes adverse effect on the development of the infant's joints. Use only if really necessary under the supervision of the doctor. Undesired effects like diarrhea, diaper rash is necessary to be monitored.

Below is the list of medicines, which have the same composition, strength and form as Levotop Pf Eye Drop , and hence can be used as its substitute.

• Leeflox Eye Drop

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• Are there any missed dose instructions?

  If you miss a dose of Levotop Pf Eye Drop, take the missed dose as soon as you remember. If it's almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose. Do not double your dose to make up for the missed dose.

• Are there any overdose instructions?

  Seek emergency medical treatment or contact the doctor in case of an overdose.

Levotop Pf Eye Drop belongs to the class fluoroquinolones. It works as a bactericidal by inhibiting the bacterial DNA gyrase enzyme, which is essential for DNA replication, transcription, repair, and recombination. This leads to expansion and destabilization of the bacterial DNA which causes cell death.

Whenever you take more than one medicine, or mix it with certain foods or beverages, you"re at risk of a drug interaction.

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• Interaction with Alcohol

  Alcohol

  Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.

• Interaction with Lab Test

  Lab

  Information not available.

• Interaction with Medicine

  Corticosteroids

  You may experience pain, swelling, or inflammation in ankle, shoulder, hand, or thumb if these drugs are used together. It is more likely to happen in elderly population who have undergone a kidney or heart transplant.

  Escitalopram

  You may experience sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath, or heart palpitations if these drugs are used together. This interaction is more likely to happen if you have any heart disease called QT syndrome. You should consult your doctor to make necessary dosage adjustments or to prescribe other medicines.

  Quinidine

  You may experience sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, and heart palpitations if these drugs are used together. Regular cardiac function tests are to be made if you have any heart disease (Arrhythmia) or family history of Arrhythmia.You should consult your doctor to make necessary dosage adjustments or to prescribe other medicines.

  Antidiabetic drugs

  You may experience hypoglycemic effects like dizziness, headache, nervousness, confusion, tremor and weakness if these drugs are used together. Hyperglycemic effects like increased thirst, urination and hunger are less likely to occur. Regular blood glucose checkups are to be made if you are diabetic or have any kidney disease. You should consult your doctor to make necessary dosage adjustments or to prescribe other medicines.

  Aspirin

  You may experience tremors, involuntary muscle movements, hallucinations, or seizures if these drugs are used together. You are at a higher risk to develop this interaction if you have a history of seizures or family history of seizures. You should consult your doctor to make necessary dosage adjustments or to prescribe other medicines.

  Ethinyl Estradiol

  The desired effect of contraceptive pills will not be achieved if these drugs are used together.

• Interaction with Disease

  Central Nervous System Depression

  You may experience tremors, restlessness, anxiety, confusion, hallucinations upon taking fluoroquinolones. Avoid using caffeine-containing products.

  Colitis

  Avoid taking this medicine if it results in severe diarrhea, abdominal pain, and blood in stools. Consult your doctor you are having any gastrointestinal diseases. Drink adequate amount of water to prevent dehydration.

  Qt Prolongation

  Avoid taking this medicine if you experience any discomfort in your chest. Regular cardiac function tests are to be performed if you have any heart disease (arrhythmia) or family history of heart disease.

  Kidney Disease

  Avoid using Levotop Pf Eye Drop if you experience abdominal pain, diarrhea and joint pain. The medicine accumulates in the body due to impaired kidney function, putting you at high risk. Regular kidney function tests are to me performed if you are on Levotop Pf Eye Drop. Appropriate dose adjustments are to be made under doctor's supervision.

• Interaction with Food

  Food

  Information not available.